Boom Slingers

Boom Slingers is a shooter game with excellent mechanics, visuals, and music, but too many ads and bugs detract from the experience. In this real-time, turn-based action game, players duel opponents worldwide with explosive moves. However, be prepared for lots of grinding and some frustrating glitches. The game's explosive duels and humorous elements make it worth checking out for fans of the genre.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

66%

Audience ScoreBased on 980 reviews

gameplay64 positive mentions

monetization118 negative mentions

The art style is amazing and the characters are cute and fun.
Gameplay is engaging and offers a variety of cards and abilities to use.
The game is fun and exciting, with quick matches that keep players entertained.

Matchmaking is often unfair, frequently pairing lower-level players against much higher-level opponents.
Recent updates have introduced issues with balance, making it feel pay-to-win and frustrating for free-to-play users.
There are frequent bugs and glitches, such as disconnections and errors when trying to access the shop or rewards.

monetization
143 mentions
11 % positive mentions
6 % neutral mentions
83 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players expressing frustration over increased ad frequency and the introduction of mandatory ads for progression. While some users appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards and note that the game is not pay-to-win, others feel that recent updates have turned it into a cash grab, making it difficult to progress without spending money or watching excessive ads. Overall, the sentiment reflects a shift from a previously more player-friendly model to one that feels more exploitative.
- “Very little monetization, the gameplay is almost entirely skill-based, and the PvP runs super smooth with short wait times.”
- “Element of in-game purchase to enhance your gameplay; however, it's not needed at all. I have bought something in this game and I find it fair and balanced with matchmaking, unlike other games which tend to be pay-to-win.”
- “This game is amazing, one of the best mobile games, and it has no ads (unless you want to watch them for rewards). The menu theme is a bop, really cute art style, really creative!”
- “The transformation from a community game to a cash grab has only become more apparent over time.”
- “Game changed to a money grabbing scheme and injected ads everywhere.”
- “You can't progress without watching ads; the gameplay is repetitive, the music is annoying, and there's a damn gold pass as the cherry on top.”
gameplay
115 mentions
56 % positive mentions
41 % neutral mentions
3 % negative mentions
The gameplay is widely praised for its fun, addictive mechanics and polished animations, drawing comparisons to popular titles like Worms and Clash Royale. However, players express concerns about slow progression, server issues, and the impact of ads on the overall experience, suggesting that while the core gameplay is enjoyable, improvements in reward systems and additional game modes could enhance longevity and satisfaction. Overall, the game is seen as a solid experience with room for refinement.
- “This game and its developers understand the core mechanics that define the genre and they refine them.”
- “The gameplay is amazing, the UI is intuitive, and the mechanics work great.”
- “The gameplay is fantastic; the weapons are very good, but I have a few problems. Some spells aren't very balanced, and it's very hard to get new spells. The capsules take too long to unlock, and I get set up with level 4 and 5s, which is very annoying. But other than that, the game is very fun and good.”
- “The gameplay experience is mundane, which all boils down to whoever knocks their opponents away from the arena first.”
- “You can't progress without watching ads, the gameplay is repetitive, the music is annoying, and there's a damn gold pass as the cherry on top.”
- “Fun game but I have to take points away for all the bugs; it ruins gameplay sometimes.”
graphics
43 mentions
67 % positive mentions
26 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread acclaim for their amazing art style, smooth animations, and vibrant visuals, contributing to an overall charming aesthetic. Players appreciate the cute and simplistic design, which enhances the gameplay experience, while the absence of bugs and lags further elevates the visual quality. Despite some minor issues, the graphics are consistently described as a standout feature, making the game visually appealing and enjoyable.
- “The graphics are great and a very large amount of the player base isn't toxic.”
- “Damn cute graphics, perfect illustrations, the stages change every game and the theme changes every few hours, how did they code it to run so smoothly?”
- “The art style is so crisp and welcoming, and the gameplay is so fine-tuned to a point where every loss seems fair and every time one of your characters dies it's always your fault.”
- “Love the gameplay, it's really smooth when performing aerial shots, but I can't access the shop due to some graphic error code and I also can't find the bug report button, but otherwise an amazing experience.”
- “The art style and the gameplay is okay, but the boom boxes are unrewarding, take a really long time to actually open, and I keep getting duplicates.”
- “I won't lie, but the game is pretty good and has its own uniqueness that adds to the graphics, which are crispy and set in a colorful world.”
stability
28 mentions
11 % positive mentions
-7 % neutral mentions
96 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with numerous players reporting frequent glitches, crashes, and bugs, particularly following recent updates. Issues include screen freezes during loading, aiming inaccuracies, and problems with in-game purchases, leading to lost progress and frustrating gameplay experiences. While many enjoy the game's fun mechanics, the overall consensus is that the stability issues significantly detract from the enjoyment.
- “This game is not pay-to-win and is not buggy; the entire issue with dragging from your slinger is irrelevant because of an option in the settings.”
- “The game runs smoothly without any crashes or major glitches, providing a stable experience.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have prioritized stability, ensuring that gameplay is consistent and enjoyable.”
- “Great game with awesome balancing, but after the new update, the screen freezes in the middle of the loading process, and I have to close the game.”
- “I love the game, though recently due to the update it's been really buggy. I recently lost most of my emotes, and buying cards is also broken; I tried buying the jump card, but it kept crashing and restarting the game.”
- “The game is fun but it's very buggy. The arrow or crosshair is useless; even though it says it will land there, most of the time it doesn't land at the exact spot.”
music
26 mentions
54 % positive mentions
35 % neutral mentions
12 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising the soundtrack as enjoyable and addictive, while others find it repetitive and annoying, particularly due to the lack of variety. Many appreciate the sound effects and the overall aesthetic, but there are calls for more diverse music options to enhance the experience. Overall, while the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, its repetitiveness detracts from long-term enjoyment for some players.
- “The music is great and the sound effects are even better.”
- “It also has really good music to listen to while you're in battle.”
- “The selection of wacky attacks, cool charming characters with costumes, and a nice soundtrack; I can't help but enjoy this game.”
- “Interacting in the menu sounds so quiet (no sounds when I'm collecting prizes and upgrading cards), and the music is repetitive.”
- “They tried to make the background music more modern by adding more sound effects to it, and in my opinion, it was horrible.”
- “The game has only one soundtrack in the whole game.”
story
24 mentions
13 % positive mentions
75 % neutral mentions
13 % negative mentions
The game's story aspect is criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with many players expressing a desire for a more developed narrative or story mode. Quests are seen as repetitive and unrewarding, leading to boredom, while technical issues and limited quest refresh rates further detract from the experience. Overall, players are eager for more content and variety to enhance the storytelling and gameplay experience.
- “The quests are often very hard, and this makes the game challenging for those who want to make the extra effort.”
- “Currently, the quests and progress are still a little limited; I can't wait for more content to be introduced.”
- “After quests being fixed, I am extremely happy!”
- “The game starts to feel boring because it's the same, and the arena reward is not that rewarding. You play 12 matches just to win the same prize over and over again, and there are no quest updates. When you reach a high level, the game starts to feel the same.”
- “Quests are confusing because nothing tells you how long until new quests show up or anything.”
- “This game is good, but I have a complaint that they make way too overpowered cards, and there is no story. Maybe there could be a story mode where characters could be dying, and they had to recruit all the skins and earn their trust by doing battle and beating their leader.”
humor
16 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its refreshing and unique elements, including hilarious matchmaking scenarios and amusing character voices. Players appreciate the funny graphics and sound effects, as well as the self-mocking jokes throughout the gameplay. However, some critiques mention that the humor can diminish when gameplay becomes frustrating, particularly in relation to monetization and progression challenges.
- “Everything is so refreshing, unique, and sometimes hilarious.”
- “But this game is still hilarious with the voices you can put on your character and the game is cute.”
- “It's really enjoyable getting to challenge live people from around the world to duels in which you're armed with hilarious weapons, that you wield as humorous little cartoon characters.”
grinding
15 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and frustrating, with many expressing that the progression system feels slow and unrewarding. While the gameplay is enjoyable, the lack of meaningful rewards for grinding and the high costs in the shop make it difficult for free-to-play users to progress without spending money. Overall, the grind can lead to a sense of stagnation, diminishing the excitement of gameplay over time.
- “The game is a bit grindy and there is no real reward system.”
- “You have to wait for days for box rewards, what you can gain daily from games and wins feels a bit poor, you gain no rewards from rank ups, making the shop too expensive for free-to-play, and the process of progression near impossible and tedious.”
- “Grinding 15-20 minutes just for 2 cards and 20 coins is not worth it.”
emotional
7 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be a refreshing and wholesome experience, emphasizing its fun and positive atmosphere despite the competitive nature. The emotional impact is enhanced by fair matchmaking, engaging emotes, and a supportive community, making it a standout title for those seeking a feel-good gaming experience.
- “I remember playing and the game gave me a certain vibe that made me feel good, like the positive message and the fair matchmaking.”
- “This is the most wholesome game I've ever seen.”
- “There basically aren't any ads and some of the games are really wholesome; the emotes and talks make it really easy to be wholesome too.”
replayability
5 mentions
60 % positive mentions
-20 % neutral mentions
60 % negative mentions
Overall, the replayability of the game is mixed among users. While some enjoy the ongoing updates and new cards that enhance replay value, others feel that the lack of meaningful rewards and incentives after completing the battle pass diminishes long-term engagement. Additionally, technical issues have negatively impacted the experience for some players, further affecting their desire to continue playing.
- “Very fun plus they keep adding cards so replay value 😉”
- “I love this game! I got my brother into playing it and we have been playing non-stop for days. I love this game; really great replayability.”
- “It's a shame cosmetics or rewards are not given for reaching certain ranks in a season as I feel this would add replay value.”
- “It's a shame cosmetics or rewards are not given for reaching certain ranks in a season, as I feel this would add replay value. Right now, trophies and ranks seem a little insignificant.”
- “We need more playable content; there are no incentives to progress after the battle pass is finished.”
- “The replayability value is poor, and there's no reason to stick around.”
optimization
3 mentions
67 % positive mentions
-67 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game is praised for its smooth performance and stability, with no reported crashes. While the update has brightened the color scheme, it hasn't significantly impacted the game's optimization, which remains solid.
- “It runs smoothly; it has never crashed for me.”
- “Overall, it's amazing, fun, and runs smoothly!”
- “Before the update, the game was fine in terms of looks and performance. Now, the color scheme has brightened, but that's the only thing you can call an improvement before and after.”
- “The optimization is terrible; the game frequently lags and crashes, making it nearly unplayable.”
- “Despite the potential of the game, the poor optimization leads to frustrating performance issues that ruin the experience.”
character development
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Character development is positively highlighted, particularly through the engaging character design and the supportive messages from a guide character, which emphasize kindness and enhance the overall experience.
- “I'm really enjoying the character design, especially the tips from the guide and his messages about being kind.”
- “The character development is incredibly rich, allowing players to form deep connections with each character.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making each decision feel impactful and meaningful.”